Asia Garment Hub
Asian Dialogues Series: Evolving Trade Landscape for Cambodia, Bangladesh, and Pakistan
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Seminar summary
This seminar, held in September 2023 explored the trade impact assessments on the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) and GSP Plus, with case studies from Cambodia, Bangladesh, and Pakistan.
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Recording timings
00:00 to 02:00: Introduction.
02:00 to 06:00: Discussion on how due diligence has evolved over the years and its increasing focus on accountability.
06:00 to 14:00: European and German due diligence laws.
14:00 to 22:00: Enforcement and compliance in Germany including risk assessments and accountability measures.
22:00 to 32:00: Supplier burdens and accountability distribution.
32:00 to 42:00: UK perspective: Challenges post-Brexit - the UK’s regulatory divergence and its impact on local manufacturers.
42:00 to 55:00: Support mechanisms for compliance – tools and strategies to support suppliers in adapting to evolving regulations.
55:00 to 65:00: Discussion on efforts by the UN, OECD, and industry associations to align global due diligence regulations.
65:00 to 75:00: Q&A and closing remarks.
About the Asian Dialogue Series
The “Asian Dialogues on Sustainability in the Textile and Garment Industry” series was initiated to foster collaboration and strengthen regional knowledge exchange for greater social, environmental and economic sustainability in the sector. Launched in 2015, the series aims to cultivate regional, sector-specific dialogue and promote cooperation between actors from across the supply chain.
About Asia Garment Hub
The Asia Garment Hub is a digital one-stop shop tailored to the garment and textiles sector in Asia, viewed through a lens of decent work and sustainability. Founded by ILO and GIZ, the Hub brings high-quality resources from leading industry organisations and respected voices, bringing together manufacturers, brands, worker and employer organisations, civil society, and multi-stakeholder initiatives.
